Denise Benavides is a performance artist, poet, and educator based in the San Diego / Tijuana border. Her debut collection SPLIT was published by Kórima Press and was a finalist for the 2017 Golden Crown Literary Award. She has toured & performed internationally using the page and stage to confront themes of xenophobia, homophobia, migration, mental health, race, and love. Always love.For more information, visit denisebenavides.com